Forklift Operator

SUMMARY:
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POSITION INFO:

The Aluminium works department requires a committed, hardworking and trustworthy individual to join the team as a Forklift Operator. The successful candidate will report directly to the Line Manager. (SHIFT POSITION)

JOB DESCRIPTION

The Forklift Operator’s primary purpose is to provide support within the Aluworks division as dictated by operational requirements in the form of moving material, bags, bins and other products.

The following tasks will include, but are not limited to:

• Carry out daily inspections of the Forklift and report any faults
• Do general maintenance and cleaning of the Forklift
• Move and place Aluminium products were instructed
• Load and off-load aluminium materials on and off trucks or containers
• Complete check lists and log sheets
• Maintain safe working procedures at all times
• Abide by the regulations as set out in the O.H.S.A and company policies

Applicants must have the following qualifying criteria:

• Grade 12 certificate or equivalent
• Valid Forklift license and/or certificate
• 2 – 5 years relevant experience
• Willingness to work overtime
• Previous experience in a physically demanding working environment would be advantageous

Attributes:

• Committed, hardworking and self-motivated
• Time management and organizational skills
• Display a professional work approach
• Ability to work independently and within a team
• Flexible and willing to work overtime and shifts

External candidates are encouraged to apply for this vacancy on by no later than 14 January 2026. We regret that it is not possible to contact all unsuccessful applicants. Applicants who have not been contacted within fourteen (14) days from the date of their submission should consider their application unsuccessful.

Please note that the successful candidate will receive a formal, written offer of employment after all applicable pre-employment checks have been completed. This offer will only be valid if it is signed by a company representative authorised to make such an offer. Representations made on behalf of the company in any other form do not constitute valid offers of employment and should not be construed as such.